Robbie Schaefer

BOTH SIDES NOW: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen Comes to GableStage

GableStage Theatre Company has announced the regional premiere of Both Sides Now: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen at their historic Biltmore Hotel home.

GableStage Single Tickets Go on Sale Next Week

GableStage will release single tickets for its 26th Season on Tuesday, August 27th at noon. 

CAPA, Six String Concerts Present BOTH SIDES NOW In October At The Lincoln Theatre

CAPA and Six String Concerts will present Both Sides Now on Saturday, October 26, at the Lincoln Theatre (769 E. Long St.)

Review: BOTH SIDES NOW: JONI MITCHELL AND LEONARD COHEN at Signature Theatre

The transcendent and poetic music and lyrics of legendary and influential musicians Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen are showcased with sensitivity and professional panache by two terrific artists ----Danielle Wertz and Robbie Schaefer –in Signature Theatre’s Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen.  It was indeed a very intimate, sophisticated, and remarkably enlightening evening that encompassed the earlier songs and milieu of Mitchell and Cohen.

BOTH SIDES NOW: Joni Mitchell And Leonard Cohen Extended at Signature Theatre

Signature Theatre will present a one-week extension of Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, now running December 5 through December 23.

PRIVATE JONES World Premiere, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY & More Set for Signature Theatre 2023/24 Season

Signature Theatre has announced its 34th season, featuring six musicals and one play in a season lineup that includes one world premiere and three DC premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast Announced for BOTH SIDES NOW: JONI MITCHELL AND LEONARD COHEN at Signature Theatre

Robbie Schaefer (Signature’s Light Years, Blowin’ in the Wind) and Danielle Wertz (The Kennedy Center, Blues Alley Jazz) will perform in Signature Theatre's Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, its upcoming cabaret dedicated to the music of longtime friends and one-time lovers Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. 

EDDIE FROM OHIO Will Perform at the Lincoln Theatre Next Month

Too energetic to be labeled 'folk' and not angry enough to be pegged 'alternative,' Eddie from Ohio continues to defy description with their unique blend of vocals and acoustic instrumentation. A bedrock foundation of hand-and-stick percussion and a textural flavoring of guitar/bass/harmonica support the four-part harmonies and lyrically driven original music.

VIDEO: Judy Kuhn, Daniel J. Watts and More Join 11th Episode of THE SIGNATURE SHOW

Signature Theatre has released the eleventh episode of The Signature Show, a free half-hour digital experience featuring performances by acclaimed artists, interviews, celebration of new musical voices and memories of Signature’s past and a glimpse into its future.

BWW Review: SIGNATURE VINYL at Signature Theatre

Music has always been able to get us through the most turbulent times in this nation's history. With the ongoing pandemic and all the other craziness that is happening right now, Signature Theatre gives us Signature Vinyl. It's a cinematic concert experience that will make you forget everything in the world for a little while as some of Signature's top performers put their spin (no pun intended) on some classics from the 60's and 70's.

Signature Theatre Releases SIGNATURE VINYL Concert

Signature Theatre's cinematic concert Signature Vinyl is now available for streaming. This fully-produced, 80 minute professionally filmed experience features 26 local singers and musicians, and was safely filmed at several outdoor locations across the DC area.

Signature Theatre Announces Signature Vinyl Cinematic Concert Featuring Shayna Blass, Natascia Diaz and More

Signature Theatre has announced the new cinematic concert Signature Vinyl. This fully-produced, professionally filmed experience features 26 local singers and musicians, and was safely filmed at several outdoor locations across the DC area.

VIDEO: Robbie Schaefer and Angelica Chéri Discuss Writing Musicals on SIGNATURE STRONG LIVE!

In the 5th episode of Signature Strong Live!, Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer will discuss what it takes to write a new musical.

Signature Theatre Announces Sizzlin' Summer Nights Cabaret Series

Virginia's Signature Theatre opens its air-conditioned doors once again for the annual Sizzlin' Summer Nights Series. Two and a half weeks of live music and performances by Signature favorites and DC area stars. The cabaret series runs July 19 through August 4, with a different performance every night.

Jason Mraz Releases Acoustic Version of His Latest Single HAVE IT ALL

Multiple GRAMMY® Award winner Jason Mraz has today released an acoustic version of his latest single 'Have It All' - listen HERE. The rework arrives as the original version flies up the radio charts across multiple formats - cracking the Top 20 at Hot AC less than a month after its release.

GRAND HOTEL, PASSION & More Will Be Featured in Signature Theatre's 2018-19 Season!

Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Managing Director Maggie Boland announce the full lineup for Signature Theatre's 2018/19 season.

BWW Review: Poignant World Premiere Musical LIGHT YEARS at Signature Theatre

LIGHT YEARS, a world premiere musical at Signature Theatre, is a moving performance with a beautiful score and an introduction to touching and endearing characters. LIGHT YEARS is a deeply personal story of son and father attempting to understand each other. The relationship is firmly grounded in love and respect. Yet the two have profoundly different ideas about pursuing artistic passion versus creating a stable and consistent life. LIGHT YEARS is a production of great heart and promise that deserves to continue to evolve. It is exciting to be privy to new work in creation.

Photo Flash: First Look at Signature's LIGHT YEARS

Signature Theatre is proud to present the world premiere production of Light Years. Directed by Signature Theatre Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer(Broadway's Follies, Gigi, Million Dollar Quartet), this new musical features music, lyrics and book by Robbie Schaefer of the band Eddie from Ohio. Robbie journeys from his childhood in India to the joys and struggles of growing up, pursuing his passion and raising a family. Entwined throughout is his cherished relationship with his father-and his father's haunted past. Light Years runs now thru March 4 in Signature Theatre's MAX Theatre.

Signature Theatre Announces The Cast And Creative Team For LIGHT YEARS

Signature Theatre is proud to announce the full cast and creative team for the world premiere production of Light Years. Directed by Signature Theatre Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Follies, Gigi, Million Dollar Quartet), this new musical features music, lyrics and book by Robbie Schaefer of the band Eddie from Ohio. Robbie journeys from his childhood in India to the joys and struggles of growing up, pursuing his passion and raising a family. Entwined throughout is his cherished relationship with his father and his father's haunted past. Light Years will run February 6 March 4 in Signature Theatre's MAX Theatre.

Robbie Schaefer's New Musical 'LIGHT YEARS' to Host Album Launch Party at D.C.'s Signature Theatre

Acclaimed folk-rock band Eddie from Ohio's Robbie Schaefer will host an album launch and signing party in Signature's Mead Lobby on Monday, December 11 at 7PM for the new album, Sounds Like Home - Songs from The Musical Light Years.